‘History comes alive’ at the Ruby Bridges Reading Festival
The festival, named after the first Black child to integrate an elementary school in New Orleans, returns to the National Civil Rights Museum after a two-year hiatus.
US agents in Memphis seize shipped ancient Egyptian artifact
Experts at the University of Memphis Institute of Egyptian Art and Archaeology helped determine the artifact’s authenticity.
Memphis-born soldier reportedly killed in Ukraine
The Russian news agency Tass has confirmed the death of Joshua Alan Jones of Memphis.
FedEx terminates agreement with large contractor after filing lawsuit against it
FedEx claims the contractor, which operated 225 routes in 10 states and had called for fees to be increased along with other changes, launched a “coordinated and multi-faceted campaign” that was “unfairly and wrongfully disparaging” FedEx Ground.
Here’s how MIM can lower $1.4M damage deposit for Tom Lee Park
Negotiations between the festival and the partnership hit a rough patch this week over the amount. Mayor tells MIM and Memphis River Parks Partnership to work it outRelated story:
Opinion: Tennessee’s near-total abortion ban will impact Shelby County disproportionately
We must fight for abortion rights, especially for legal exemptions for medical complications as well as pregnancies caused rape and incest, and impregnated children.
Merger with Memphis group takes regional coffee company public
Little Rock’s Westrock says its coffee is served in 13 of the top 25 quick-service food chains in the U.S.
Briarcrest edges Houston in Power 15 struggle
Saints battle back to win late after trailing 21-0 and 28-13.
Friday prep report: White Station surprises Central
Late touchdown sinks No. 11 team in the Daily Memphian rankings.
Recipe Exchange: River Oaks’ Chicken Paillard
Chicken Paillard is as simple as chicken piccata, but it elevates your weeknight chicken game. Plus, an extra bonus, a recipe for beurre blanc.
DA’s office deems officers justified in three fatal shootings
In two of the incidents, officers were struck or nearly struck by the suspects’ vehicles. In the third incident, an officer was hit in the chest by gunfire but was protected by his bulletproof vest.
Bartlett Schools presents ‘roadmap’ to invest $40M in upgrades
Major projects in subsequent years include roof replacements for Bon Lin Elementary and Middle, Bartlett Elementary and Appling Middle, and a gymnasium renovation at the Ninth Grade Academy.
Controversial Jamaican holiday, MSCS superintendent search top busy news week
A reporters’ roundtable recaps those events and more on “Behind The Headlines.”Related story:
Ostrander Awards returns to celebrate best in Memphis theater
The awards ceremony returns Sunday, Aug. 28, following a two-year pause due to the pandemic.
MSCS educator named Tennessee Teacher of the Year
Melissa Collins, a 21-year veteran of the district and second-grade teacher at JP Freeman Optional School, has been named Tennessee Teacher of the Year.
Phillip Britt denied parole sixth time in Deborah Groseclose murder
His parole hearing was Aug. 10 at Hardeman County Correctional Center in Whiteville, Tenn. The hearing officer recommended denial of parole based on the seriousness of the offense.
19,000 local students — from last year alone — may see up to $20K in loan forgiveness
A large number of Memphians could to see a dramatic reduction in their debt load, under a new student loan forgiveness program from President Joe Biden. But is that a good thing?
Latest lodging summit suggests leisure travel remains dominant
Inflation is taking its toll, and business travel is still below pre-pandemic levels, but the tourism sector’s recovery seems to be on track.
Repaving to cause ‘major’ lane closures along I-55
All work is weather permitting, and a detour will be posted for all closures.
‘Jewish Foodie’ series airs Memphis episodes
The web series explores Jewish food in America, and two episodes feature familiar Memphis faces and places.
Opinion: Education Savings Accounts give important choices to families
Eligible families now have the choice to use an ESA – also known as a voucher – to attend private schools and get extra help for their children.
Jenny Biggs, Christopher Herrington and Eric Barnes talk best cheeseburgers ever
A conversation about cheeseburgers with Jennifer Biggs, Chris Herrington and Eric Barnes devolves into culinary distractions, general mockery and outright name-calling.
The worst — and best — fast-food burgers
To celebrate the arrival of Whataburger to the metro area, Jennifer Biggs, Chris Herrington and Eric Barnes rank fast-food burgers from worst to best.
Oh Snap: This week’s best photos
Our photographers captured a range of emotions, from a toddler’s joy to the sorrow of firefighters grieving for one of their own.
Metro
Health Department pushes for HIV testing in hospital ERs
The Shelby County Health Department recommends local hospitals adopt the “opt-out” approach, in which an HIV test will be part of a patient’s medical visit unless they decline.
Metro Missouri woman to plead guilty to federal charge in plot to sell Graceland
State Government Former Tennessee state senator Brian Kelsey reports to federal prison
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Business
Health Department pushes for HIV testing in hospital ERs
The Shelby County Health Department recommends local hospitals adopt the “opt-out” approach, in which an HIV test will be part of a patient’s medical visit unless they decline.
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Sports
Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant talks social media: ‘I hate it there’
Ja Morant is off social media again. The point guard said he doesn’t want to be online anymore, although he still has the accounts for the purpose of endorsements.
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Memphis Tigers Basketball Memphis rises in AP Top 25 after blowout win over Florida Atlantic
Food
Lucchesi’s heads back to grocery stores
Though Lucchesi’s used to sell its products in grocery stores, a USDA rule change several years ago forced the company to pull its casseroles from stores. But now they are back with a full line, new partners and plans for growth.
Suburbs
Bog & Barley team to open new concept in Collierville
The new restaurant will be locted in the former space of Highlander Restaurant & Pub, which closed last year.
Arts & Culture
Collectors pay pretty penny for rare coins
From Buffalo nickels that cost a dollar to a penny that costs nearly $60,000, the Memphis Coin Club’s annual show had it all.
Opinion
Greenstein: ‘Religion for adults means embracing complexity’
“Science is essential to understanding how things work, but science will never explain why things matter to the human heart.”
Podcasts
Sound Bites: Wally Joe, Andrew Adams talk Acre, James Beard awards
Chefs Wally Joe and Andrew Adams are the guests on Sound Bites to talk food, travel James Beard awards and their recent Lunar New Year dinner.